Cover Supervisor

Cover Supervisor - Portsmouth

Prospero Teaching is recruiting confident and reliable Cover Supervisors to work in secondary schools across the Portsmouth area. This is an excellent opportunity for individuals looking to gain valuable classroom experience while supporting schools on a day‑to‑day, short‑term, or long‑term basis.

As a Cover Supervisor, you will supervise lessons in the absence of the regular teacher, ensuring students remain engaged with learning and complete the work that has been set. This role is ideal for graduates, aspiring teachers, sports coaches, tutors, youth workers, and experienced education professionals looking to develop their experience within secondary education.

Whether you're seeking full‑time work or flexibility around other commitments, we have a variety of opportunities available.

The Role

Supervise classes across KS3 and KS4 in the absence of the class teacher Deliver pre‑prepared lesson materials and instructions Ensure students remain focused and engaged with their learning Manage classroom behaviour in line with school policies Support students with lesson activities where required Cover a variety of subjects across the secondary curriculum Provide feedback to teaching staff following lessons Maintain a safe, positive, and productive learning environment Follow safeguarding and school policies consistently

Ideal Candidate:

Experience working with young people Confident managing groups of students independently Strong communication and interpersonal skills Calm, professional, and adaptable approach Strong classroom management skills Able to build positive relationships with students and staff Graduates and aspiring teachers encouraged to apply Previous experience in education, coaching, tutoring, or youth work beneficial

Contract Details:

Position: Cover Supervisor Location: Portsmouth Start Date: ASAP Working Pattern: Full‑time or flexible opportunities available Pay Rate: Up to £130 per day Key Stages: KS3 & KS4

Experience, Training & Safeguarding:

Experience working with young people essential Classroom experience desirable but not essential Safeguarding training can be provided

What Prospero Teaching Offers:

Free accredited CPD, including safeguarding & behaviour management Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant Flexible working opportunities to suit your availability Long‑term and permanent opportunities available Valuable classroom experience for aspiring teachers Access to a range of secondary school opportunities across Portsmouth and the surrounding areasIf you're looking for a Cover Supervisor role in Portsmouth, we'd love to hear from you.

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